Yes, it really is time 2 Change Your Password and it's time to have fun watching some cool selected videos we have for your viewing pleasure. The Verizon iPhone will be ready for order on February 3rd for current Verizon customers and February 10th for new Verizon customers. And YES we will have classes! Lastly, check out our upcoming Webinars and our new Custom iPad service. Coming Soon: Android Phone Workshop (in person)! Remember Platinum & Gold ITM Computing Service Contract Members get all Webinars for Free!

Happy Computing!

Passwords – You really need 2 change yours!

First off, let me just say this: Yes, passwords are important. Many of us tell ourselves that they are just formalities, or that you don’t store information online or on a hard drive, but the facts are this: Someone, somewhere, "keeps your record on file." I’m not saying we should all have less faith in our neighbors, but someone is keeping close tabs on you, and there is no harm in protecting yourself. So change your pasword. It is the simplest and least expensive identity and privacy protection you can get.

So, now that that diatribe is out of the way, let’s be frank about the actual password. In short, make it a good one. Yup, having your child’s and/or pet’s name as your password, not such a good idea. And don’t even try to keep inquiring minds away with "love" or "god."

Here’s 2 free password checkers:
Microsoft Password Checker
Password Strength Checker

Even big media conglomerates are susceptible to password cracking! The latest brick to crack under pressure?
Gmail Vulnerability to Password Cracking

And having the same one for all things (computer admin, email, social media, shared accounts, billing and bank services) is not practical or fruitful.

One solution: Password Managers to help keep the login info within reach.

Our 3 Preferred Password Managers: Roboform, 1Password, and LastPass.
http://www.itmpartners.com/

Want to generate your own passwords, but can’t think of easy way to do it?

A few good choices

Strong Password Generator

Password Generator (like this one – you can save a copy of page on your desktop – so it doesn’t access internet when setting passwords

New article on Changing Passwords, Setting new passwords

Personalized iPad Set-up

• We will customize your Apple iPad to fit the way you do business.
• Our support staff will update your firmware.
• Set up e-mail and wifi connections.
• Download necessary applications, as well as upload a personalized listing presentation.
• Training on how to use your iPad as well as integrate it into your daily routine.
• Train you how to make folders for you apps
• Show you the hottest iPad games

$199 per iPad, plus cost of necessary apps.

Call us to make an appointment. Monday - Friday

Clyde Lerner, In The Moment Computing
Office: 408.732.8500

Top 10 Videos of 2010

When I say “Top 10”, I mean Clyde’s Top 10. These are my favorite viral videos which I think represent all aspects of my life this past year. Enjoy!! Don’t forget to post your favorite links below, videos I invariably missed.

Happy 2011!!

1. CNN Hero Narayanan - A man sees another man eating his human waste for food. He quits his job and dedicates his life to feeding homeless/hungry/downtrodden. What do you do when you see a homeless person?

2. Michael Jackson Medley as sung by 1 guy 6 times – at the same time! How fun!

3. Dog and Cat Bonding

4. Crow and Kitten are best friends!

5. Walking on Sunshine Dogs of Summer – Great Beach Party

6. Christine O’Donnell
OMG, this is such a great parody!! This is the first time I remember a witch has been nominated for US Congress

7.Dog & Dolphin – Bonding – “Swimming with Dolphins”

8. Cee Lo Green’s “Fuck You” video – Nominated for a Grammy – Best Song of the Year. Hope it Wins! Can’t stop dancing every time I see this. When I started watching only 24m views. Keeps gaining more and more and more views.

9. Betty White – Such a wonderful comedienne – our generation’s Lucy. At 88 years old, named “Entertainer of the Year,” by Associated Press.

10. Jorge & Alexa Narvaez give the song, “Home by Edward Sharpe and The Magnetic Zeros a great workout!

Here’s my favorite of the “original” version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qb9jY8yAxgs

So, what’d I miss? Post your favorite video link.

Gmail and Google Docs/Spreadsheets Webinar

We have 2 new and exciting webinars for you in February. The first is all about Gmail and Google Contacts, the second one is about Google Docs and Google Calendar. As always, ALL webinars are "no charge" to current ITM Gold and Platinum Service Contract members.


Gmail & Google Contacts, the Webinar:
Tuesday, February 01, 2011 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (PT)
Learn the true power of Gmail so you can make email pleasurable again. Did you know that all of your Gmail and contacts will show up on any smart phone and on any computer? Besides learning the ins and outs of this great application, you’ll have time to get all of your questions answered - even the ones you didn’t know you had!


Google Docs & Calendar, the "must see," webinar:
Thursday, February 03, 2011 from 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (PT)
Learn about Google’s fully functional calendar which can be synchronized to any smart phone or any computer, as well as shared with family or business associates. In addition, you’ll see the power of Google Docs (Including Google Presentation, Google Form (Survey), Spreadsheet) and discover how to manage both on the Cloud.